How far is Boulder, CO from Niwot, CO?
The driving distance from Boulder, CO to Niwot, CO is about 9.4 miles (15.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.1 miles (13 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 15m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Chance Snow Showers
Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Boulder and Niwot.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boulder and Niwot.
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Start on the route
27 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto 19th Street
44 m · 14 sec · 19th Street
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Turn left onto Arapahoe Avenue
1.6 mi · 4 min · Arapahoe Avenue
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Turn left onto Foothills Parkway
2.5 mi · 4 min · Foothills Parkway
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Continue on Diagonal Highway
4.9 mi · 7 min · Diagonal Highway
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Turn right onto Niwot Road
818 ft · 22 sec · Niwot Road
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Turn left onto Franklin Street
1072 ft · 47 sec · Franklin Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Franklin Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Boulder and Niwot.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Diagonal Highway
Continue on Diagonal Highway
4.89 mi · 00h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Snow Showers leaving Boulder and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Niwot.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Boulder to Niwot?
The road trip is about 9.4 miles (15.1 km) and usually takes 00h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Louisville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.7 miles from Boulder and 4.7 miles from Niwot.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.1 miles (13 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.22 one way or $2.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Snow Showers around Boulder and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Niwot.
Stop Ideas Near Louisville
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Boulder and Niwot. Straight-line distance: 8.1 mi (13.03 km).
#1 Boulder
The most populous city in Boulder County, Colorado.
| Population | 107,645 |
| Coordinates | 40.0149900, -105.2705500 |
| Altitude | 1624 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Niwot
Census designated place
| Population | 4,006 |
| Coordinates | 40.1038700, -105.1708200 |
| Altitude | 1553 |
| Country | United States |
End: Niwot (-105.17082, 40.10387)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 15 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.70 | $1.22 | $2.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $1.35 | $2.70 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $1.45 | $2.90 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $1.56 | $3.13 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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